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A mother and daughter ― their lives in turnaround ― navigate their next move on a road trip in a captivating novel about choices and self-discovery by the author of The Candid Life of Meena Dave.
PRAISE FOR YOUR NEXT LIFE IS NOW:
“[R]eaders will enjoy reading about Tulsi's realistic internal conflicts and learning around the benefits of certain spices. Full of wisdom and drama, this book is recommended for relationship-fiction collections.”—Booklist on The Curious Secrets of Yesterday
“Full of lively characters who will win readers’ hearts and keep them thinking long after the book is finished, this book is a genuine, charming debut. Long-buried secrets and a journey of self-discovery will keep the pages turning.” ―Booklist on The Candid Life of Meena Dave
“[A]n inherently fascinating and impressively scripted novel...” ― Midwest Book Review on The Candid Life of Meena Dave
“Namrata Patel’s debut is a delightful exploration of identity, community, and growth. I was drawn into Meena Dave’s captivating journey from the first pages and was rooting for her until the end. This poignant and witty story is perfect for book clubs!” ―Saumya Dave, author of Well-Behaved Indian Women, on The Candid Life of Meena Dave
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ABOUT YOUR NEXT LIFE IS NOW:
Life is built on single decisions.
Choose wisely.
It’s one of life coach Nikki Parekh’s mottos.
That and being open to opportunities and taking leaps without fear.
But when Nikki accepts her boyfriend’s casual proposal of marriage, she wonders if it’s just too soon, too spontaneous―and so sudden that she seeks out the advice of her not-so-nurturing mother, Tara.
To Nikki’s surprise, Tara, who raised her daughter to be self-sufficient, urges Nikki to trust her decision.
Maybe that’s because Tara has made a headstrong decision of her own. After nearly forty years of marriage, she’s divorcing Nikki’s father.
She’s already packing up an RV to search for her first love, who still looms large in Tara’s memories.
So what’s a daughter to do with a runaway mother? Join her. Their romantic lives in flux, Nikki and Tara hit the road.
Mile by mile, they’re reliving past mistakes, learning more about each other, and rebuilding faith in themselves and in the choices they’ve made―wherever it all may lead.
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
Meet Namrata Patel, a best selling, Indian-American author who calls Boston home!
Her writing dives headfirst into the fascinating world of diaspora and dual-cultural identity, exploring the powerful connections we forge within our families, both the ones we're born into and the ones we choose.
Having lived in countries around the world, Namrata brings a global perspective to her relatable and aspirational characters.
Get ready to meet heroines who range from quietly determined to fiercely independent, and heroes who are undeniably swoon-worthy (with just the right touch of flaw!).
Namrata’s work has been featured in Writer’s Digest, Christian Science Monitor as well as other literary publications.
Her debut novel, The Candid Life of Meena Dave, was celebrated as a longlist nominee for The Center for Fiction's Best First Novel Prize.
Namrata’s other novels, The Scent of a Garden and The Curious Secrets of Yesterday, are available now, and her next book Your Next Life is Now will be hitting shelves November 2025!
Recognition for The Candid Life of Meena Dave: ● Center for Fiction First Novel Prize Finalist ● A Texas Library Association 2023 Lariat Adult Fiction Selection
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